Nottingham Forest have been left sweating on the fitness of Callum Hudson-Odoi after the winger was forced off with an injury during the win over Southampton.

In the 24-year-old’s absence at the Vitality Stadium, Nuno opted to switch Anthony Elanga to the left and deploy Jota Silva on the right flank. However, the Portuguese conceded post-match that his team had lacked “balance”.

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Nottingham Forest boss Nuno admits Callum Hudson-Odoi is struggling with a groin injury. The winger missed Forest 's hammering by Bournemouth on Saturday.

Callum Hudson-Odoi faces a battle to be fit for what is being seen by the Trent as a big test for forest – and a great chance to answer any doubters. The former Chelsea winger was sidelined by a groin injury. “He was not available, we still have to assess for the next one,” said Forest boss Nuno Espirito Santo.

Nottingham Forest winger Callum Hudson-Odoi has shared an injury update after their latest Premier League victory.

However, winger Callum Hudson-Odoi was treated for an injury and had to come off with 38 minutes of the game gone. Post-game, he wrote on social media: “+3!! Happy for the win and hopefully nothing serious. See you soon.”

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At just £26m, Yilmaz might be the perfect upgrade for Hudson-Odoi. Whilst their creative numbers are similar and the Englishman is a hard worker off the ball, Yilmaz’s goalscoring threat would add an extra dynamic and could be a big difference-maker as they hope to get Champions League football.

English-born Ghanaian forward Callum Hudson-Odoi has shared his delight after scoring in Nottingham Forest's victory over Southampton in the Premier League on Sunday.The former Chelsea winger scored a belter in the 3-2 win at City Ground as the Reds continue their pursuit of a top

Nottingham Forest held on for a huge win as they beat Southampton 3-2 at the City Ground on Sunday. Elliott Anderson, Callum Hudson-Odoi and Chris Wood had Forest 3-0 up at half time as they were ruthless.

Nottingham Forest are dealing with a Premier League loss for the first time since early December as they welcome Brighton the City Ground on Saturday.